Thursday 14 August 2014

The Ultimate Getaway

I don't know about you but I love a weekend away.  There is something so exhilarating about a Friday after work, racing to leave the city and getting away from it all...
The thing is, you don't have to be rich to do it.  Just hop in the car, with a tent, tripod, camera, and eatable essentials (yes including wine) and off you go to explore.
I won't kid you here. I'm not really a camper type of gal, per say, but if I was, I would totally do it.  Obviously, massive numbers of pillows, a great mattress and of course.  my yummy silk duvet would definitely be a part of my camping ensemble.  As it is though, I don't really camp. 
So, what is the ultimate getaway?  Well that depends on what you are looking to do really. 
If you're on a limited budget, then perhaps hop into your car and head north.  No destination in mind, just drive.  Have you ever done that?  It's quite exciting.
This weekend took me to Muskoka in the north of Ontario.  This place is known around the globe (yes it actually is) as a hot spot to get away and indulge in the privacy of the lush green foliage that surrounds so many beautifully situated homes along the pristine Lake of Bays.
Lake of Bays is a township within the District of Muskoka in Ontario, Canada. I have to say, my favorite findings in my explorations there are the stunning natural landscapes of forests, rocks, lakes and wetlands.  So if you ever head out there, make sure you visit Arrowhead Park, where you will find some breathtaking trails... oh and FYI... beware of bears... no joke.  Now wouldn't the be amazing??
So... who wants to go to Muskoka?


4 comments:

  1. I love a weekend getaway as well. If I am ever in Canada, I am most definitely visiting this place!!

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    1. Ohhh you'll love it. Try Algonquin park too. You could canoe the lake for breathtaking views. If you're an explorer you'll be in heaven!
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  2. I'd love to if I haven't just moved south... I have always wanted to explore the area around the Georgian Bay. Years ago, I paddled to Moosonee (in northern Ontario, next to the James Bay) and then came back on the train. It was an incredible trip and I suppose I don't have a problem with camping (but I also have a silk liner for my sleeping bag)!

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    1. Moosonee!! I've been there! Actually Moose Factory to be specific. I took the Polar Bear Express Train from Cochrane to Moosonee and a canoe from mainland to the reservation. Ahhh the memories.. Thanks for the flashback! As for camping, I'm not totally opposed to it..... If I have a deflector shield to keep the bugs away from me... and well you know the rest :)
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